The Mahomet Music Festival is set to bring the heart of downtown Mahomet to life on August 22 and 23 delivering a weekend packed with live music, local flavor, and family-friendly fun. The festival, a long-standing tradition in the community, takes over Main Street and draws attendees from across Illinois and neighboring states.
Friday night will feature hometown star Lexi Tieffel, a 2025 American Idol contestant and Mahomet-Seymour student, who has become a festival favorite. She will open for Gina Miles, the Season 23 winner of NBC’s The Voice.
Saturday’s festivities will culminate in a high-energy performance by Parmalee, the multi-platinum country band noted for hits like “Carolina” and “Take My Name.” Opening for Parmalee is Lakeview, a country-rock duo known for crowd-pleasers such as “Home Team”. Acoustic sets and Christian artists will also appear, with additional details yet to be announced.
Activities for All Ages
Both days offer a smorgasbord of activities:
- Carnival rides: Open Friday and Saturday, with wristbands available for paid sessions. There’s a brief break in rides Saturday afternoon.
- Food vendors and crafters: Booths line Main Street, showcasing everything from local foods to artisan crafts.
- Parade: Kicking off at 9a.m. Saturday, the festival parade invites the entire community to join the celebration.
- Bags Tournament: Registration opens midday Saturday for those ready to compete.
- Beer Garden: Sponsored by the Mahomet Lion’s Club, the beverage garden opens both days for refreshments.
- VIP Party Tent: Ticketed guests enjoy exclusive food, drinks, and amenities courtesy of Tatman’s Towing VIP Party Tent
